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Group B: from your web quest find as many articles or postings on using Informal Learning Strategies in the Classroom. Provide a brief 1-2 sentence description of the contents of each link.

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Informal learning
This page describes the importance and the recent interest in informal learning.
It also compares different types of learning.
GinnyS
Free Online Read
From this page, you can read the text Learning Science in Informal Environments: People, Places, and Pursuits
Jen Klos
http://caise.insci.org/
Center for Advancement of Informal Science Learning
Jen Klos
Badges for Lifelong Learning
This article discusses badging concepts that promote informal learning.
Tim M
Online Universities Blog
100 tips on how to use social media in the classroom
Tim M
Breathing Life
By Catherine Lombardozzi in The Learning Journal -breathing life Into informal learning strategy. Discusses mentors, coaches, rolse models, and peer partners.
Louise R
Learning Outside the Classroom
From HR Voice - Strategies for developing knowledge outside the classroom: action research, communities of practice, learning assets.
Louise R

I'm such a ditz! I thought I was in Group C for some reason and made contributions there. So right now, 20 minutes before due date, I quick added a few links here. Sigh. Sorry Jen and Tim! Louise (Lol - you're just overachieving, Louise - working on 2 groups! Shelly)